Host and Lighthouse CEO Randy Harris leads the conversation with Western New York business leaders about how they're achieving their potential. Learn how these businesses are empowering teams and growing the local economy through technology adoption, talent attraction and retention, and strategic growth.
Designing Workspaces and Cities People Love with Kyle Ciminelli
Lighthouse CEO Randy Harris interviews Kyle Ciminelli, President of Ciminelli Real Estate Corporation, about Buffalo's real estate market, hybrid work, and the need for flexible office spaces to foster economic growth.
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Balancing Technology Innovation and Business Basics with Michael Ulbrich
CEO Randy Harris interviews EOS Implementer Michael Ulbrich, who highlights identifying root issues and optimizing business processes to manage challenges and foster sustainable growth.
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Technology Strategy as a Path to Innovation with Steve White
This episode delves into the experiences and insights of small to mid-sized business owners navigating through technological transformation. Lighthouse CEO Randy Harris welcomes Steve White, Senior Director of Operations at Roofstock and former CEO of RentPrep, for our inaugural episode!
How does technology help a business find operational efficiency? How do you find the right balance and keep the "human in the loop" while integrating technology and AI into your business?
Randy and Steve talk about the importance of bringing team members to the table as you ideate and implement new technologies, while highlighting the vital role of attention to detail and the psychology of change management in achieving business success. The episode aims to provide actionable insights for companies looking to adapt to rapid technological changes and develop a coherent tech strategy.
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0:00 - Show Introduction
3:45 - Steve's Entrepreneurial Journey
8:25 - Navigating Economic Challenges
12:28 - How Technology Helps Businesses Grow and Evolve
21:12 - Balancing Technology and Human Touch
27:57 - Embedding Technology Strategy as a Small Business
33:10 - Connecting New Tech to Business Processes
38:20 - Encouraging Innovation Within Teams
49:00 - Developing a Technology Strategy
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